03/21/2026
Good morning
I have always believed that the mind is more powerful than the body. Growing up, my mom would often quote- as you believe, so you think; as you think, so you act; as you act, so you become!
I truly feel that our physical wellness is greatly influenced by our mental and emotional well-being, and the two are not separate compartments, but uniquely influenced by each other!
I recently came across this study that looked at about 50 stroke survivors and measured their inflammatory markers in the blood as well as optimism scores. This study found that higher optimism scores showed lower levels of inflammatory markers and that these patients recovered more effectively.
In the short term, they also had less physical disability.
Although this was a small study and only studied in stroke patients, this can be extrapolated to other inflammatory processes in our bodies.
The take away from this is that we allow optimism and positivity in our thoughts and daily living! While negative thoughts are natural, and to a certain extent protective we make sure it does not become the overwhelming sentiment in our minds.
I have five items in my armory that never fails to improve my mood-they include my favorite quotes, my favorite pictures of my friends and family, images of nature, your beautiful comments, and instrumental music.
What do you have in your mental armory?
Have a satisfying Saturday! 😊🤩